Rain expected to provide Nepal respite from heat, forest fires and air pollution
The last time the country witnessed good rainfall was in the third week of March. Met office forecasts more rainfall over next few days.
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Japanese Foreign Minister Kamikawa meets top leaders in Kathmandu
The leaders reviewed the progress made in bilateral relations and cooperation so far and discussed the whole gamut of bilateral relations to elevate economic and development…
A new approach to legislation in Nepal
It is inappropriate to issue ordinances when Parliament is not in session and to delay bill proceedings during parliamentary sessions. It is the government's responsibility to…
Nepali labourers’ harsh reality as world marks May Day
Workers in Nepal are often subjected to subpar working conditions and exploitation at the hands of employers. Despite these circumstances, they are forced to undertake such jobs…
Regulatory void complicates child adoption process in Nepal
While international adoptions have been banned over child trafficking and abuse concerns, domestic adoptions are also not easy.
India and China make tall promises at Nepal Investment Summit
China on Sunday announced exempting visa fees for Nepali travelers starting May 1 and launching of commercial flights to Nepal’s two new international airports. India, on the…
Toxic air is giving young children asthma
The ongoing forest fires, vehicular and industrial emissions, and the burning of agriculture residue throughout the country have made the air toxic, exacerbating asthma problems…
Prime Minister Dahal calls for foreign investment in Nepal
Prime Minister Dahal said Nepal has immense potential for consumer-driven growth with over 60 percent of Nepal's population falling within the working-age group and a rapidly…
President Muizzu’s balancing act in the Maldives
Several powers have hotly contested for influence in the Indian Ocean countries. However, this contest is seen as a binary in the Maldives—India vs China. Muizzu’s task will…
Qatari Emir Al-Thani, Nepali President Paudel hold talks
During the meeting, matters related to bilateral interests and diplomatic relations were discussed.